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Higher Ground Inc
9-15 Light Square
Adelaide
South Australia
5000

Ph: +61 8 8410 5599

  Higher Ground Inc Team

Dushyant Kumar

Joint Coordinator
Dush works across special projects and event programming, theatre and general management. Bio : Flinders Drama Centre veteran, Actor, Director and lover of the arts, Dush's passion and sheer determination drives Higher Ground and all that it creates and supports. Having taken his skills across the globe and back Dush has established theatre companies and projects, co-ordinated cabarets and built venues in the Fringe capitals of the world Edinburgh and Adelaide. He is quintessentially Higher Ground.

Quote : Nothing is Impossible !

Suzanne Merrall
Joint Coordinator
Suzanne works across general management, finance, visual art programming and fundraising. Trained in Classical Theatre and Dance, English born, Suzanne has been creating, establishing and co-ordinating arts venues and arts projects for 18yrs. Devoted to a sustainable yet Not-for-Profit model she believes that art is a necessity not a privilege. With a love of the international, this has taken her via France, Turkey, Scotland and South Africa before giving birth to Higher Ground Inc in Adelaide.

Quote : Travel the Globe with a foot on the board and a foot in the air !

Matt Richardson
Front of House Manager
Matt is renowned for kicking his own style while taking care of the the day to day running of Higher Ground's three bars, making sure events and catering run smoothly and managing his loyal team of volunteers and staff. The attention to detail and immaculate presentation he displays in his personal appearance carry over to his meticulous approach to service and hospitality in Higher Ground. Friendly, approachable and always sporting a cheeky smile, Matt is the first port of call for regulars and newcomers to Higher Ground alike.

Quote : You were born an original, don't die a copy

Phil Harker-Smith
Publicity Coordinator
Originally from the green and pleasant land of England, Phil handles Higher Ground's presence on the web - including this website and weekly e-newsletter - press relations and Higher Ground's membership program. Phil has a deeply held passion for the arts, directing and acting in in-house projects and delving into Higher Ground's program whenever he can. His love of language and the ability to flex his vocabulary on a daily basis makes this a dream job for Phil, but you'll still find him behind the bar serving drinks on the weekend !

Quote : As above, so below

The Bar Team
Higher Ground couldn't run without our wonderful and dedicated bar team, whether they are serving drinks and clearing glasses or cooking, cleaning or setting the venue for the next bit event, we need every one of them to do what we do. Every one of them is a unique soul who brings something different and invaluable to Higher Ground.

Volunteering Opportunities at Higher Ground Inc
Volunteering at Higher Ground Inc is a great way to gain work experience and have fun in a friendly creative environment. We have opportunities in hospitality, sound and lighting engineering, accounts and publicity. If you are interested in volunteering with Higher Ground Inc please send your CV and short message detailing your availability and what you are interested in to Matt Richardson at Matt@higherground.org.au